After reading the other reviews on yelp, I just had to eat here for my birthday dinner... A few points of advice: 1. Make reservations EARLY... I called two weeks in advance but i would stress calling earlier. 2. You're going to be there a while as you'll be eating multiple courses, so I'd suggest starting ~6:30 or so if you can get that reservation time. 3. ORDER THE CRAB FRITTER. it's truly amazing. I had a great time here.... it's not cheap but what an experience!!! read more

Once you have found the restaurant (the taxi driver didn't know where it was, neither did we. We drove around and around the star provisions parking lot, until we asked someone and they said it was up front. The sign looks like Star Provisions at first glance, but if you look again, under Star Provisions is Bacchanalia you walk through this cute martha stewart like store with gorgeous flower settings, things you can buy for your kitchen, etc. you enter an elegant dining room. with a center private dining area curtained off. the prixe-fixe menu had soo many wonderful options. We had to ask our waiter to explain 2 out of every 5 options. started with complimentary very high end cheese puffs - 2 per person. Reminiscent of french laundry or other high end restaurants. then a creamy soup with pickled red vegetable starter - prawns - wonderfully smoky and flavorful, with a soup Gulf fritter as recommended by my server - soft, paired with asian pear. yum! might have liked more crunch just to be a little more naughty berkshire pork - yummy I generally do NOT like cheese, but the waiter was VERY helpful and helped me to choose the ricotta, with strawberries on toasted oats. It was like a dessert! yum!! only complaint was that the oats seemed a little too salty and thus I couldn't finish. just too salty. boo! somewhere they threw in blood orange tapioca on vanilla yogurt that was like ice cream . Yum!! finished with the valrhona cake and mint ice cream - like the usual molten cake but w/o the molten (i like bacchanlia's version much better than molten) crispy, delicious. ate every last morsel I had some of my friend's lime souffle with basil gelato. - a perfect souffle and delicious gelato GREAT restaurant. I suggest anyone coming to Atlanta, eat here! read more

Best restaurant in Atlanta, hands down. Worthy of at least 1 Michelin star if/when Michelin decides to come to Atlanta. 5 courses Prix Fixe for 85 isn't cheap by any means but the quality of the food is phenomenal and it's consistently great. I've been here 5 times now and each time the food is just as good as the last, if not better. As everybody has said, the crab fritter is a must. The best I've tasted. The little gifts from the chef between courses are a nice touch and while the meal can take up to 2 hours, it's something to be experienced. There's also a decent chance you'll run into a celebrity here as it's one of the only world class restaurants in a city where tons of movies and television shows are filmed. I've seen Robert De Niro and Andrew Lincoln(of The Walking Dead fame). read more

Amazing food experience. Come with the intention to spend time and money. Great for visitors. They have a 5-7 course menu that's ever changing. All of the dishes are great and a good wine selection. When I had taken my mom, our waiter was unfortunately one of the worst we ever had. He didn't know the menu, was unhelpful, and was curt because of his lack of knowledge. If you ever experience this, talk to the manager immediately so you don't have some waiter damper an otherwise perfect meal. This is unusual as I have had great service every other time I've been there. read more

Given that lots of folks call this the best restaurant in ATL, and the name makes you expect something fairly dramatic, I was disappointed. The prix fixe menu has a great selection - I found myself having difficulty choosing. The flavors of each course were subtle - too subtle, I think. Though the ingredients were fresh and the preparation beautiful, I just wasn't wowed until dessert, where the fresh mint ice cream knocked my socks off. The service is fine, the ambiance is a little bland, and the food was mediocre. I'm just grateful I didn't pick up the check. read more

We had heard great things about this restaurant and when an out-of-town visitor suggested it, we used the opportunity to give it a try. We were not disappointed. The service is excellent and the food and presentation exquisite. Service: Our reservation was for 10pm (that or 5:30pm was all that was available 2 weeks in advance!) but we arrived 15 minutes early and our table was ready. Nice! I was worried at the beginning because we had the same rather unfriendly red-haired waitress a previous Yelper commented on, but it turned out she only handled the drink orders. She was indeed quite rude; for instance, when pouring my champagne she made a comment that that would be what gave her carpal tunnel, and she rarely smiled. For a $$$$ star restaurant, that doesn't seem appropriate. We were happy to have a different waitress handle our food and wine pairing orders. She was very professional and friendly without being overly so. My only complaint is that she added an extra glass of wine that I did not order (or drink) to the bill. Given that it was hundreds of dollars, we didn't bother to complain about the extra $9, and it was the only flaw in the service. We saw one of the cute miniature purse stools! Adorable! Food: Truly as good as everyone says. I ordered the Kumamoto oysters, Gulf crab fritters, duck, goat cheese with beets and chocolate toffee. Our friend ordered the $25 supplement pan seared Hudson Valley foie gras and gave us a taste and it literally melted in my mouth. Every dish was more than amazing the one before. read more

This was one of the most memorable meals of my life. And I have extremely bougie taste lol. I came here for my medical school graduation, and Hayley was my server.. I have never, in my 27 years of life, received such exceptional service from any server anywhere. My family is fucking insane and Hayley and her team took amazing care of us, despite my mom returning her wine, and my brother being a general brat during the entire dinner. Hayley withstood general absurdity coming from our table like a CHAMP. The food was out of this world, and I would absolutely come back here any day for a special occasion!!! Thankkkkk youuu! read more

Absolutely perfect food and service from start to finish. We came for our 30th anniversary and will definitely be back. I don't think you can go wrong with any choices on the menu. read more

I researched this place because my husband and I wanted to enjoy a nice dinner while away on business. They were listed as "the" place to go for foodies. We decided to do the tasting menu plus the wine pairing. Everything was delicious and plating beautiful. The only reason I did not give the 5th star was the portion for price. It ended up being close to $400 for two people and it was only 4 courses plus dessert and the portions were not overly generous. Coming from NYC I was just surprised at the price point for what you get. I think it's still worth it for a special occasion. read more

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What can I say??!! This place is a MUST if you're in town as I was or if you're a native and have yet to indulge yourself. The menu is simple: it's "price-fixe" so you'll pay $85 for a five course meal which actually is closer to 8 or 9 considering the extra plates the kitchen prepares and sends for the tables to try. Each plate is prepared and presented like something out of Food Network! The combination of flavors hits your palate like....whoa!!?? The SERVICE is the BEST I've ever experienced. Do yourself a favor and impress that special someone or make a major impression...take them to Bacchanalia!!! read more

This place is, hands down, the best restaurant in Atlanta. There are other great places in Atlanta that I love -- Canoe, Gunshow, Miller Union, Empire State South -- but this one tops them all. First of all, their service is impeccable. Very warm greeting upon entering the restaurant, when someone asked if they could help us with our coats. We were escorted back towards the rear of the main dining room (I noticed that all diners take this route, so that everyone can see the full breadth of the restaurant, and the kitchen). Diners are also provided miniature stools for their purses so they do not need to place purses on the floor. All service staff is incredibly attentive: the main waiter, the water service, the individual cleaning between each course. Nothing more can be asked. As far as the actual meal, I went (from first course to fifth) (1) kumamoto oysters; (2) sweetbreads; (3) duck; (4) blue cheese; (5) tangerine cake. Each dish is so delicately constructed, with each flavor clearly coming through: an incredible dining experience. I also went the route of having the suggested pairings with my meal. I alternated between the full pairing or half pairing, with each course, depending upon how I was feeling. I definitely suggest going with the pairing. My fiancee went with half-pairing for each course, and that was more than enough beverage service. As an added treat, we were offered between course small tastings, which were an added treat. And, as it was our anniversary, we were served an extra dessert! All in all, a great evening. One thing of note, though, is the price. Certainly not an every day spot. All in, tax and tip, including the pairings, was around $210pp. I can't imagine what the bill was next to me where the couple ordered various caviar tastings! Great spot. You have to go. read more

I don't know what I can say to add to the other excellent reviews listed here. The evening was wonderful because of the company as much as for the food. We did start with cocktails while waiting for our final party member. The Dark and Stormy (D&S) cocktail was delicious- ginger beer, rum and lime. One of the best D&S I have had in Atlanta. Of all the food I had, the veal sweetbreads were the most enjoyable. You have to try this restaurant, it lives up to the hype and more. read more

I went twice in the span of 1 month and was going to be one of those people that gave this place 4 stars, or 3 even stars. But then realized that would be unfair. You see, I have a theory of diminishing returns when it comes to $200+ a person kind of places. Is it really twice, three times as good as the other fancy restaurants I eat at around town? Probably not. If I had to choose one place to dine in the ATL, it wouldn't be here. But the food was indeed excellent, and the service is stellar. Others will highlight the beautiful plating, the delicate flavors and the local sourcing. The wine list is obviously pricy, but you can also order some exceptional wines for about $60-70 a bottle. Yes, this is fine dining and it's done right. Some advice- 1. The meal tends to be dessert heavy. Especially if you are celebrating an occasion. Plan accordingly and pace yourself with the bread. 2. The oysters tend to not be on the half shell. If this is what you are expecting, ask the server how they are plated to make sure. 3. As you exit, expect a loaf of bread, a box of pastries, or whatever amazing delicacies they had left over from the market that day. It will be a great next day breakfast treat. read more

When you come here you are coming for an experience and I feel like the people at Bach really live up to that. The entire course meal is amazing. Every course was a different experience and they bring small bites in between courses to refresh your palette. I really enjoyed the foie gras and the soufflé. I highly recommend coming here. read more

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AWESOME!!! Is all I can sy. The service was outstanding, and the food was great..Just the drinks were kinda sweet.. Other than that, i loved the atmosphere. Would for sure return. read more

Underwhelming. Prices are reasonable, nothing out of the ordinary, but Bacchanalia fell far short of my expectations. I am a huge foodie and make it a point to seek out the best restaurants in each city I visit. Bacchanalia was consistently rated highly and named on several lists of must-try Georgian restaurants, so I was very excited for my reservation on Saturday night. I expected an experience comparable to Plume, Marcel, Morimoto, or French Laundry, but I was sorely disappointed. Two of the dishes were completely mediocre. The goat cheese dish came with beets, which I normally love, but found to be over-marinated and tart in this case. In addition, the beignets, which people have raved about, were dry and dense. The peach jam made up for the dryness but not for the density. Think rock candy vs cotton candy. The other dishes we had - crab fritter, lamb, foie gras terrine, pork lonzino, ny strip, Atlantic halibut, and amuse bouche were wonderful. Service was mixed- two of our servers were consistently excellent, but our main waitress was disappointing and showed no warmth until it was time to get the check. Lastly, I learned from other yelpers to expect some sort of goodie - be it a pastry or baguette - upon departure. We didn't receive one, though the table that left right after us did. I'd recommend Bacchanalia for a leisurely, romantic date, but keep in mind it's not quite on par with the true powerhouses you'd find in other cities. read more

I took 5 of my managers here for dinner. Collectively we all agreed that it was one of the best meals we had ever had. Presentation, taste, quality of ingredients were all top notch. But the service was especially attentive which made the evening that much more special. The area of town it is in is a bit sketchy, but it just added to the ambiance. We got out of there at right around $900, which I thought was well worth the experience. read more

One of the best restaurants I've ever been to and the best in Atlanta. The entire dining experience, from beginning to the end, was truly an enjoyable one. The menu is prix fixe at $72 for a 4 course meal (wine not included). The chef threw in a lot of complimentary items in between the courses, like soup, pastries, cookies. We even had a peach and buttermilk smoothie complimentary of the chef. Everything they served was like a taste explosion in the mouth. The gingersnap cookie paired well with the peach buttermilk smoothie. Poached pears went well with my flan. The timing of each course was perfect. We didn't have to wait too long nor did it feel like we were rushed. Portions were just right. We ate enough to savor each course without feeling stuffed. Service was excellent. Even though it was a dressy restaurant, it did not feel "stuffy" inside... the ambiance was on the casual, laid-back side. Highly, highly recommend this place. The only down side is you need a fat wallet. But at $72 for the meal... I think it's well worth the experience and the quality of the food. read more

I recently had a nice dinner at Bacchanalia but it could have been great. Service was slow & spotty. We waited 50 minutes between our first and second course. The funny thing is, they make you make all your selections at once, so I would think they would be able to pace the timing of the dishes? Also was surprised that their wine selections by the glass was served warm. We had 4 different glass of red and all tasted like they were stored above the dishwasher. The couple next to us ordered a glass of 20 year Port and when it was brought to the table the husband said it was not the correct wine. The waitresses argued for a second and then he asked her to bring the bottle. 10 min's later she came back and said sorry, it was not the right Port!! The food was good and the presentation was beautiful. We splurged and got the Alba white truffles shaved on top of the pasta dish and they were generous. Also enjoyed the cheese cart and desserts. This is certainly not the only higher end restaurant in ATL that has had issue with both their wine service & meal service but I was just hoping they would be the exception, sadly not the case! read more

I didn't realize what I was getting myself into when I pulled up to the front of Bacchanalia. Prior to moving into Atlanta, when I was job hunting, a business contact recommended the place raving that it was the best in the South. The small deli you walk through, before you reach the front of the restaurant, didn't quite seem to fit. But it did make me feel better about wearing tennis shoes, the only pair I had packed. Upon being seated, I quickly felt weird again about the tennis shoes on my feet, and my clubby t-shirt. Still, my waiter was extremely nice to me, despite my obvious ignorance of the dress code. The food was fantastic and I really enjoyed the pricks fix meal, my first ever. I wish all pricey restaurants were like that so I wouldn't have to worry about going too crazy, which is my tendency. All five courses were delicious and savory. Every unique flavor they used seem to shine through in all of their courses. I will never go back because I'm not that extravagant normally with food. Floataway cafe, another star provisions restaurant, offers food that is just as delicious to me, at a third the price. read more

Each year before we go home for the Holidays, my husband and I always share a nice meal just for the two of us. Hell bent on trickery, he persisted that we go to JCT Kitchen and that I under no circumstances check our Open Table reservations. Done and done - needless to say, JCT Kitchen turned into Bacchanalia and was my first experience at the restaurant. I look forward to returning - the meal was stunning from start to finish complete with non-intrusive but observant service. We chose the five course prix fixe menu and for $85 per person, you get the bang for your buck. I appreciate the optional wine pairing per course and the added option of a full pour at any point. I opted to have a full pour with what was my main course (pork!). Because the menu has changed since our visit I cannot give too many specifics, but seriously if you're looking for a special night out, make a reservation at Bacchanalia. It will not disappoint! read more

Excellent food and great atmosphere. The service was spectacular, too. I can see why this is consistently ranked as one of the best restaurants in Atlanta. And people actually get dressed up to go here! In a town full of restaurants where street clothes are perfectly acceptable, it was nice to go to a place where ties and sports coats were commonplace. I went here for my anniversary and was not disappointed. Here is what was ordered. First course: Before the first course, we had some gifts from the chef. The cheese pastry is delicious. Too bad they were tiny because I seriously could've wolfed down like 20 more. Next came a shot of cucumber soup. Soooo good. It came with a watermelon that had what I think was a balsamic glaze on it. I wasn't a big fan but, then again, I don't really like watermelon so it was a uphill battle for Bacchanalia. I ordered the oysters to start which were amazing. They were fresh and came in caviar. My husband ordered foie gras which was equally as good. Second course: I ordered the crab fritter which was really good. My husband had the sweetbreads. It's not something I would ever had ordered for myself. I'm glad he got it, though, so that I could try them. I actually enjoyed them. Third course: I ordered the lamb. It was cooked to perfection. I asked for medium rare and I got medium rare. This doesn't happen frequently at restaurants which is quite sad. My husband ordered the NY strip. He ordered it medium rare. His came out medium rare. +2 for Bacchanalia! Fourth Course: I ordered the goat cheese. It came with beets which went so well with the cheese. My husband had the blue cheese. He enjoyed it. I'm personally not a fan of strong cheeses and this cheese was STRONG. They gave us a peach smoothie as a gift. I found it a bit too sweet for my liking but hubby enjoyed it. Fifth Course. I ordered the goat cheese cheesecake. This is the only meal that I wasn't a huge fan of. I may have been goat cheesed-out after ordering it for my cheese course. I think I expected it to be sweeter like most cheesecakes. Instead, it just tasted like a log of goat cheese. My husband's dessert was wonderful. He had the molten chocolate which was amazing. I wish I ordered that instead. It was a great evening. The bill almost made me fall out of my chair, but it's Bacchanalia so I kinda expected it. Kinda. read more

My short review: Service-impeccable Ambiance-Special occasion without the stuffiness Food and Wine- Ohmigosh! I haven't eaten that well since-well I don't know since-I think that was my first foray into food bliss. The man dining next to me summed it up perfectly when he exclaimed -"Words cannot explain how delicious this tastes" (he was talking about the crab fritter-just order it). And do not eat a huge meal that day-the portions are quite satisfying and it would be a shame to only make it through the entree and not be able to enjoy the cheese and dessert courses. And definitely let them know if you are celebrating something or going for a special occasion- I left with a goodie bag of cupcakes and sweets for my birthday that didn't make it to the car. read more

exquisite. Tried this place out, you walk through a store (the restrooms are in the store and by the hostess stand) and this matronly woman seats you. The setting wasn't pretentious but the people dining kinda were, but you could tell this was like an everyday thing for them. Well service is flawless. Had the fixed course meal, for those complaining of small portions, I really don't understand because it's paced well and you're left feeling more than satisfied. It's almost impossible for something to taste better the second bite than the first, but each course was layered and the flavors were deep and built up to a kind of crescendo. It was hard not to feel like it was the most decadent meal of my life. I was left impressed. Did I mention the chefs are kind of hot? read more

A perfect evening with friends for my wife's birthday dinner. We arrived 10 minutes prior to opening yet were graciously seated and offered drinks. Soon our friends arrived and shared a private table with us that was enclosed. Very nice and private. The service was attentive and excellent. The timing of food, drinks, etc. was perfect. The food, 5 courses, prix fix, was excellent, from the oysters to the duck, to the scrumptious desserts. A great place to celebrate in style! read more

Perennially listed as the best restaurant in Atlanta, I just recently ate here for the first time. I had the: Hawaiian Hamachi, Poached Maine Halibut, Wood Grilled Prime NY Strip, Buffalo Milk Ricotta, Valhrona Chocoloate Cake with Mint Ice Cream My girlfriend had the: Preserved Mushrooms, Gulf Crab Fritter, Breast of Magret Duck, Flat Creek Lodge Cheddar, Lime Souffle with Basil Gelato Hands down the Valhrona Chocoloate Cake with Mint Ice Cream was the most memorable dish. The rest of the meal was good but other than the dessert nothing really jumped out at me. A must try for living in Atlanta, but nothing that makes me need to come again. I will say the price ($85 per person) was reasonable compared to other prix fixe restaurants I've eaten at in DC, LA, and Sydney. read more

Stop reading Yelp reviews and go eat here, at least once. This is one of the best restaurants I've ever been to, and it goes head-to-head with top restaurants in New York, Chicago and Vegas. Amazing experience from the moment you walk in to when you happily sign the (big) check. We were there for our anniversary, had an amazing meal with perfect service. Timing was incredible - one of those places where you're enjoying it so much, you don't realize you've had 7 courses and been there for 2 and a half hours until it's all said and done. read more

"The most complete meal I've ever had." Those were the words of my wife after we spent our 4th wedding anniversary at Bacchanalia on Thursday night. We haven't agreed on everything in our 4 years together, but we are seeing eye to eye on this one. Bacchanalia's fixed menu is the gift that keeps on giving...the gifts from the chef are a nice touch to an already great meal. Everything I ate was amazing, but the things I would say you MUST try are the Crab Tart appetizer and the Duck entree. Everything is presented like you are at an art gallery...you almost feel bad eating such beauty. After they brought our desserts out, they came around the corner with a mini wedding cake with a candle to celebrate our occasion. My cake-aficionado wife was in heaven. Service was top notch as they paid attention to every detail. For example: My Duvel beer wasn't poored correctly and they noticed it right away and brought out a free one to go along with that one. It's the little things that set places like Bacchanali apart from everyone else. They also handed us 2 bags full of breads and pastries on the way out the door to top everything off...like I said...the gift that keeps on giving. Don't sell yourself short...enjoy a nice dinner...you deserve it. I know we did. read more

Elegant and romantic, very high quality cooking with delicious 'gifts' from the chef. Sat at the bar and only had a drink and an entrée. Had never had the Sazerac before. According to the barman it's the oldest drink in America made with cognac, whiskey, bitters and a lemon peel. I enjoyed it a lot. The entrée took a little while to come but the chef kept sending little 'gifts' that were simply delicious! I had duck breast, seared, really tender and well seasoned. Very simple meal but one of the best I ever had! read more

Went here a while ago and was truly impressed by the inventiveness and food quality as well as the impeccable service. Truly the best dining experience I've had in Atlanta, and one of the top I've ever had in general. 5 courses left us full, but not uncomfortably so, and gave us a variety of dishes to experience. The Confit Foie Gras Terrine and Berkshire Pork were amazing as were the Veal Sweetbreads and Duck. For dessert the Souffle can't be beat. What I enjoyed equally as much as the food was the general atmosphere - upscale and elegant, but surprisingly not as pretentious as I would have expected. I felt comfortable, and the servers were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and helpful; always intuitively arriving only when we just about needed something and not a minute sooner. This is truly a special place - pricey, yes...but you get what you pay for. A real dining experience here in Atlanta. read more

WHAT AN EXPERIENCE! I had heard amazing things about Bacchanalia and I am thrilled to report that their kitchen and staff did not disappoint. The food was incredible, perfectly portioned and plated. The service was fantastic, attentive and informative. To seal the five star deal, Bacchanalia is extremely generous with their coffee. read more

Wow. Overrated. Would have been 2 stars because I was gouged on the price for well prepared but ordinary food, 3 stars because the complimentary bread was SO DELICIOUS! read more

We went for our special Christmas dinner, and our last night together in 2011. Still excellent. The Cranberry soufflé with pink peppercorn ice cream was the highlight for me - sugary, airy, and gooey. While Bacchanalia is a wonderful anytime of the year, I recommend going around Christmas for the seasonal gifts from the chef. Very cute and festive. I'm not a fan of eggnog, but this eggnog was so light and frothy and delicious. I couldn't tell that there was booze in it. Yum. read more

Perhaps because I've heard so much hype about this restaurant that I had high expectations for it. Don't get me wrong, the food was great, but it was not out of this world like I expected it to be. I was a little disappointed in service. I made reservations for 9:30PM because that's all that was available and when we got there, there wasn't a table ready for us until 9:45. The bartender was very friendly but our waiter was a bit snooty. I went with a group of 6 and of all that we had, I'll list the best of the 4 courses. Gulf Crab Fritter with Thai Pepper Essence (appetizer) Duck Breast with Confit (main course) Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano with Medjool Dates (cheese contrast) Dulce de Leche Cookie with Coffee Ice Cream (dessert) read more

Oneof the most amazing dining experiences I have ever had. The service deserves five stars in itself. Clearly, the staff operates as a team to ensure the comfort and happiness of guests. Very friendly, very knowledgable and they certainly let you take your sweet time. The prixe fixe menu was phenomenal, with something for every one. From start to finish everything was simply lovely. They even sneak in some unexpected treats before your courses begin and after dinner is finished. Decor and ambiance is beautiful and relaxing. Wine pairing are great. Seriously, don't take my word for it, experience it for yourself. It's wonderful. read more

4/5 stars for me. Don't get me wrong, this is certainly at the pinnacle of the Atlanta culinary and dining experience. Staff are well trained, which leads to impeccable service, good knowledge of the menu, good knowledge of cocktails and wines, and an overall friendly atmosphere. But let me dive into the minor reasons that precluded me from giving it 5 stars. First, the food was excellent minus a few issues here and there. Course 4 is primarily about various cheeses. But due to their presentation, and the extraneous addition of veggies and such, it totally ruined it for me. I could barely taste the cheese! Personally, I would have much preferred just a piece of cheese with jelly / almonds / crackers. It seemed unnecessarily complex. Course 5 was a disappointment for me as well (not for my coworkers). I can't remember what it was, which I guess is the point - it was boring. Finally, and very surprisingly, the bathrooms look like something you'd find at a truck stop. Dirty, worn out, and completely incongruent with the overall ambiance and vibe. These minor niggles aside, Bacchanalia is still an excellent place to relax, eat, and have a good time. I would definitely recommend trying this place out. read more

As far a consistent fine dining in Atlanta goes, this place ranks at the top of the list. The crab fritters are amazing, the poached shrimp is delicious, and everything else on the menu is good. I haven't eaten a bad dish there yet. The industrial factory feel makes it a less desirable romantic dinner destination, but it's a great experience otherwise. Also stop in at the General Store at the front end of the house (Star Provisions) and pick up some Anson Mills Grits from SC. They rock! read more

Delectable, Delicious, Distinctive and Delightful food! The atmosphere here was so relaxing and peaceful-- the perfect combination of genuine conversation and service perfection. You can tell when a restaurant has found a successful formula and this is one that certainly has done so. The menu was not pretentious-- just an awesome restaurant offering the best of their craft. We each had the crab fritter, which is worthy of a trip to Atlanta from anywhere in the world--it is that good. For the second course, my husband had the dry aged NY Strip and said it was one of the best steaks he has ever had. I had the lobster and it was perfectly cooked and amazingly flavorful. The third course was cheese, which was delightful. We both had the parmigiano and it was a delightful surprise, but quite a bit of cheese when trying to save room for the fourth course which my husband had the banana pudding and I had the strawberry Panna cotta and both were delicious! Although the banana pudding had balsamic vinegar soaked bananas in it so it was an entirely different flavor profile from what we expected. (My husband is not really a vinegar fan, but I am and thought it was an awesome addition) For drinks, I had the recommended pairing for my first course and I think I was brought a red for my second course which was perfect even though not intended since I was having the lobster. I never figured out what it was and was too relaxed and happily pleased with it to ask! My husband had a Manhattan to start out and the Orin Swift's 8 years in the desert which is one of our favorite wines. Overall, we loved the experience here and highly recommend it as an awesome date night, a celebratory event, or, as for us, an enjoyable travel experience and great memory of Atlanta! read more

I recently visited Bacchanalia with a small group for my birthday, and had an amazing time!! The food and wine were delicious and the service was awesome. I recommend this gem if you are looking to celebrate or have a romantic and easy date night. Thank you for the great night Bacchanalia team! read more

I took my BF here for his birthday last night, and Bacchanalia exceeded my expectations. I had asked for a romantic table, which we received, along with happy birthday wishes from all the wait staff and a special cupcake dessert. The tasting menu was fantastic, with special mentions to the oysters, crab fritter, lamb entree, and chocolate cake dessert. The only downside was that the meal was very pricey. We each only had one cocktail, and with tip, the meal came to $250, so this is definitely a special occasion type of outing, rather than a regular place to eat. Overall, it was well worth it and was a great experience! read more